Bus from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Ottawa on 9 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
OttawaCheapest
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Ottawa (VIA Rail)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
Ottawa (VIA Rail)No tags
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Ottawa (VIA Rail)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
OttawaNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:22 PM EST.

Get from Washington to Ottawa

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 549, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day
1d 3hAverage duration
712 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Ottawa?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Ottawa start at R 1 549. The average price for this route is around R 2 417. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Washington to Ottawa?

    The average bus journey time from Washington to Ottawa is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 712 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Washington to Ottawa route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Ottawa?

    The earliest bus departs from Washington to Ottawa at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Ottawa?

    A bus trip from Washington to Ottawa produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Washington to Ottawa?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Ottawa?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Ottawa?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Ottawa?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06/12
No data
07/12
R 2 866
Today
R 1 746
09/12
R 1 954
10/12
R 1 798
11/12
R 1 841
12/12
No data
13/12
R 2 084
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 746

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 746 to R 3 822 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 798, which is on 2025-12-10.

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